Death row inmate isn't getting justice in Georgia Sep 23, 2008
Gemma Puglisi is an assistant professor in the School of Communication at American University in Washington. Related Subjects. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Webber Boulevard Sep 23, 2008
Webber went on to receive her doctorate degree from American University. She retired as a chemistry instructor at S.C. State, where she played an instrumental role in establishing the I.P. Stanback Planetarium and Museum on campus. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Art and science, virtual and real, under one big roof Sep 23, 2008
In 2001, an anonymous donor gave the university $360 million, one of the largest private grants ever made to an American university, enabling Jackson to jump-start not just Empac but other elements of her plan as well. That gift was later augmented by $40 million from Curtis R. Priem, one of the founders of Nvidia, a maker of graphics processors, and for whom the center will be officially named. (International Herald Tribune)
National Political Pundits Bring Common Ground to Central Texas Sep 23, 2008
He is a graduate of American University. Bob Beckel is one of Washington's most prolific speakers and leading political analysts. (KWTX.com, TX)
Back to basics Sep 23, 2008
That will improve the comfort zone for investors, according to Robert Losey, professor of real estate and finance at American University in Washington, D.C.. "You are now dealing with an institution that has FDIC backing," he said. (NJ.com -- Times)
Patriot League and Holy Cross Host Second Annual Meeting of Chief Academic Officers Sep 23, 2008
In addition to Roelofs, Hill, Austin, Smyer and El-Aasser, the meeting was attended by Scott A. Bass, Provost of American University; Patrick Finnegan, Brigadier General of the U.S. Military Academy; and Carolyn S. Femovich, Executive Director of the Patriot League. The next meeting of the Chief Academic Officers is tentatively scheduled for September 2009 at the U.S. Military Academy in West Point, N.Y.. (Patriotleague.com)
Ramadan fast means hard times for Muslim smokers Sep 22, 2008
"Muslims shouldn't be addicted to anything," said Fadel Soliman, a former Muslim chaplain at the American University in Washington. In a 2006 religious ruling, or fatwa, Lebanon's top Shiite cleric, Grand Ayatollah Mohammed Fadlallah, ordered his followers to stop smoking. (USA Today)
N. Korea restores reactor, border fears Sep 21, 2008
But Peter Beck, a professor at American University in Washington, doubts collapse is eminent. He said top North Korean officials likely are holed up trying to determine how to proceed with a military collective assuming leadership. (MSNBC -- International)
Stadler Leads Men's Soccer Past Rival American, 2-0 Sep 21, 2008
WASHINGTON, DC - The George Washington men's soccer team defeated rival American University, 2-0, Saturday afternoon on the campus of American University. scored his sixth and seventh goals of the season to lead the Colonials' offense. (Gwsports.com)
Johnny Law cracks down on parking day Sep 20, 2008
Atlanta: Midtown - 1375 Peachtree Street Chicago: Walton Street, West of Michigan Avenue Charlotte: NoDa District: 3201 N. Davidson Street Denver: Market Street, between 15th and 16th Streets Los Angeles: In front of Cal Plaza on Grand Avenue between 3rd & 4th Streets Newport Beach: Parking lot at corner of Newport Beach Blvd and Balboa Blvd Orlando: Rosalind Avenue, across from the Metropolitan pool at Lake Eola Pasadena: 201 S. Lake Avenue, South of Cordova Street San Francisco: 150 California... (Los Angeles Times)
Competition intense for new accounting graduates Sep 20, 2008
Joe Brier Ernst Young;s Marie Lynah speaks a junior at American University;s Kogod School of Business, during a recruiting event that was held at the university for accounting firms ... - American University. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Marine debris will likely worsen in the 21st century Sep 20, 2008
KIHO KIM Associate Professor of Biology, and Director Environmental Studies Program Department of Biology American University Washington, D.C.. ANTHONY MACDONALD Director Urban Coast Institute Monmouth University West Long Branch, N.J.. (EurekAlert!)
'Reporters Without Newsrooms' - How to Stay Afloat After Buyouts and Layoffs Sep 19, 2008
0, the Sequel: Session I Eugene Meyer, writer and former Washington Post reporter - How to make a living as a freelance writer in Washington, D.C. Margaret Engel, director of the Alicia Patterson Foundation - How to connect with fellowships, grants and writer's associations that provide assignments and group health/dental insurance Cheryl Arvidson, Council of Insurance Agents rs - How to get into association work Susan Garland, Kiplinger Washington Editors - How to switch to newsletters Session... (PR Newswire)
No. 11 Field Hockey to open BIG EAST Conference Play at No. 3 Syracuse Sep 19, 2008
New Hampshire enters the weekend with a 4-2 record with its only losses coming at the hands of No. 15 American University and No. 10 Michigan State. The Wildcats are coming off of a 4-3 overtime win at Holy Cross on Wednesday. (Uoflsports.com)
Tufts finishes training Arabian officials Sep 19, 2008
This year, the Tufts became the first American university to take part in training Saudi Arabian women to become diplomats. They re trying to modernize the country and they can t do that if the women are confined to their homes, said Professor Andrew Hess. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Print Edition Sep 19, 2008
- American University. Use of, or registration on, this site constitutes acceptance of our and. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Markets upbeat on short-selling ban, government plans Sep 19, 2008
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Happy to be back in Rapid City Sep 18, 2008
RAPID CITY After a decision last year to cut the National American University volleyball program left players and the community shocked, 12 of the 14 players have returned this year to continue their education. (213). (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Faith earns sweep over stubborn Lady Comets Sep 17, 2008
Faith improved to 3-2 on the young season with a 25-18, 25-12, 25-22 win at National American University s Roosevelt gym. After dropping the first two games, the Lady Comets took advantage of Faith s serving, passing and hitting errors to jump to a 7-3 lead in game three. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Visiting the Egyptian Museum Sep 16, 2008
The Illustrated Guide to the Egyptian Museum by Zahi Hawass and published by the American University in Cairo Press may be found there and possibly in one of the shops just inside the Museum entrance. It is an excellent resource to have, but it is available for purchase only in the Middle East. (Suite101.com)
No reason to be cynical of 'celebrity' Sep 16, 2008
Benjamin Ladner, a former president of The National Faculty in Atlanta and American University in Washington, lives in Greenville, S.C.. Related Subjects. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Lebanese leader vows no surrender to violence Sep 16, 2008
"Hizbullah will very soon spread all over. They will not leave any strategic part of the country in the hands of their so-called enemies," said Ahmad Moussali, a professor at the American University of Beirut and an expert on Islamist groups. Despite calls for a ceasefire, Hizbullah fighters defeated militants loyal to the Druze leader Waleed Jumblatt in clashes starting on Sunday night, gaining control of Niha, a village in the southern Chouf mountains, 25 miles south-east of Beirut. (Yahoo News -- Lebanon)
UA thumps its chest in ASU's backyard Sep 16, 2008
Officials tout the school's mission, which is the New American University, after the vision to promote excellence in research, increase access for students and work with communities on social and economic development. Northern Arizona University has used the slogan "The Difference That Matters" for at least three years. (AZCentral -- News)
Majority of College Students Report Backpack-Related Pain Sep 16, 2008
FRIDAY, Sept. 12 (HealthDay News) -- About 85 percent of American university students report backpack-related pain and discomfort, says a Boston University study. Discomfort was most common in the shoulders, lower back, upper middle back and neck. (MEDLINEplus)
Volleyball: Nelson takes in highest honor Sep 16, 2008
The former National American University volleyball player and assistant coach formerly known as Fernanda Vivancos has great news ... In 2007, she was inducted into the National American University Hall of Fame ... First of all, I m very thankful National American University gave me a scholarship. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Financial shakeup creates ripples Sep 16, 2008
Today he serves as chief executive officer of the Rapid City campus of National American University. "There's an enormous amount of wealth destruction going on in the financial markets," Quinn said. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Darrell Randall; ex-missionary was apartheid foe Sep 15, 2008
WASHINGTON - Darrell Randall, a retired American University professor and former Methodist missionary who cofounded a conference center in South Africa that became a gathering spot for antiapartheid activists in the 1940s and '50s, died of pneumonia Aug. 10 at Sibley Memorial Hospital ... A specialist on economic development in Asia and Africa, Mr. Randall joined American University in 1962 as the school's first tenured faculty member focusing on the problems of developing nations. (Boston Globe)
GW Women's Soccer Batters Bison, 4-0 Sep 15, 2008
The GW women's soccer team will take some time off before heading to American University Tuesday, September 23 at 4p. m. The Colonials open the Atlantic 10 season Friday, September 26 at 4 p.m. at Mount Vernon Field (2100 Foxhall Rd. NW) against Fordham University. (Gwsports.com)
Hugging Candidates Embrace Affectionate Greetings Sep 14, 2008
American University Sociology Professor Celine-Marie Pascale says there are unwritten rules that guide the behavior. There should be no full body contact, she says. (W-USA News, DC)
Preseason All-America Nagy Fires Final Round 67 at Topy Cup Sep 12, 2008
Lamar was the top American university, placing second at -9, 855. Charlotte, which is ranked 13th (GCAA/Golf World eek) in the preseason polls, also received a +7, 223 from senior , a +8, 224 from junior and a +12, 228 from senior. (Charlotte49Ers.com)
Sarah Palin's eyeglasses spark fashion rage Sep 12, 2008
It shows how little we ve advanced, that we re focusing on hair, makeup and glasses, says Karen O Connor, founder and director of the Women ics Institute at American University in Washington, D.C.. This goes back to Geraldine Ferraro, says O Connor, author of Gendering American Politics and Women, Politics, and American Society. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
St. Jude affiliate expanding in Lebanon Sep 12, 2008
The CCCL gives comprehensive cancer therapy to children and works with American University of Beirut Medical Center. Private donations comprise most of the clinic s funding. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Religious rockers hit campus Sep 11, 2008
The Gathering originated at American University and is the college ministry of the McLean Bible Church in Tyson's Corner, Va. The band is currently in the process of organizing ministries at both GW and Georgetown. (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
North Korea's Kim recovering quickly, still rules Sep 11, 2008
"My first inclination is that it will go to a hunker down mode and not pursue a breakthrough or a breakdown," said Peter Beck, an expert in Korean affairs at American University in Washington. "I would be surprised if they broke the deal. They would only do that if that felt that they really needed to rally the public.". (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Bulldogs Announce 2008-09 Schedule Sep 11, 2008
The University of Minnesota's Subway Classic is next on tap, as the Bulldogs will challenge North Carolina State on Nov. 22 and then square off against either American University or the host Golden Gophers on Nov. 23. After a Thanksgiving recess, the Long Island University Turkey Classic rounds out the month of the November for Yale. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
Soccer: Beavers' Sep 10, 2008
The previous record was set in 1987 by John Hall of American University. Christner is tied for first in the Pac-10 in goals with three and tied for second in points with six. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Speaker delivers message on importance of mental health Sep 10, 2008
While his high school friends weren't too accepting of Szabo's mental health issues, the friends he made later on at American University were. He was pretty open about his mental illness to his new friends. (The Daily Campus, CT)
Milwaukee Men Open Home Schedule Friday With Panther Invitational Sep 10, 2008
The fourth senior on the squad, , was a transfer to Milwaukee after his freshman season at American University. SHINING IN LEAGUE PLAY After a slow start to the 2007 season, the Panthers righted the ship in time for the start of Horizon League play. (Uwmpanthers.com)
Frustrated NASA Chief Vents Sep 9, 2008
" Space historian Howard McCurdy of American University said Griffin's tensions with the White House are not without precedent: Even in the days of Apollo, NASA bosses battled administration bean counters. "What you are looking at is the fog of public policymaking," McCurdy said. "If you looked down from a distance, [Apollo] was this beautiful straight line to the moon. But if you got up close, it was the fog of war with fights over money and strategy. (SkyAndTelescope.com)
Mayor Franklin's ex dies Sep 9, 2008
D.C., where he had attended American University law school. It was there he met Atlanta s current mayor. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
'Kid gloves' from Dems so far for Palin Sep 9, 2008
In the South, women really know how to skewer the opposition, delicately yet lethally, says Karen O'Connor, director of the Center for Women and Politics at American University in Washington. "They say, 'Ah don't mean to be ugly, but ...,' and then go on the attack in just about the sweetest, softest Southern accent you ever heard," said Ms. O'Connor, who spent 17 years at Emory University in Atlanta. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Volleyball: Three player cut ties with Chadron Sep 9, 2008
RAPID CITY Three former National American University volleyball players who enrolled this fall at Chadron State College to continue their education and volleyball careers have left the Nebraska school, according to Eagles head volleyball coach Amy Spruiell ... The began their college careers at National American University before the volleyball program was disbanded after the 2007 season. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
College exchange students spend summer vacation at Agriprocessors Sep 8, 2008
"In my home country, I go to American University in Central Asia. I study international and comparative politics --- and I work at Agriprocessors," she said, her eyes widening in disbelief. Bayalieva spent her days on the production line as a quality inspector. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Men's Soccer ACCtion: Sunday, September 7 Sep 8, 2008
DURHAM, N.C. Duke University rookie midfielder Temi Molinar tallied a pair of goals to lead the Blue Devils to a 3-0 blanking of American University in the final game of the Duke/Nike Men s Soccer Classic. Duke captured the tournament title with victories over Harvard and American. (Theacc.com)
At Our Best (Sept. 8) Sep 8, 2008
American University, Washington, D.C. Mitchell Duncombe, a Corvallis resident, is the recipient of the American University Dean s Scholarship. He began as a freshman at the university in August. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Unemployment tops 6% for first time in five years Sep 7, 2008
"No party holding the White House has ever won an election in the midst of a sour economy," said Allan Lichtman, a presidential historian at American University. "What matters is the direction of the economy and of unemployment . . . and in this case the direction is down.". (Yahoo News -- U.S. Economy)
Study abroad program linking UGA to Italy a success story Sep 7, 2008
No such program sponsored by any American university is more widely reputed or envied ... He resolved to make Cortona the most student-friendly study abroad program of any American university. (Athens Banner-Herald)
50 years of seniority gives AARP the benefit of strength in numbers Sep 6, 2008
"It's the largest, most effective lobbying group in D.C., and probably the world," said James Thurber, an American University government professor who studies lobbying. "It can stimulate people out there very quickly and get them to push back on issues. Just the threat of AARP against you gets people to change their minds.". (Boston Globe)
Review: McCain can't match week's best speeches Sep 6, 2008
"You both get an 'A' in my book," said Jane Hall, an American University professor. For Obama, he now avoids having cable news' most popular host criticizing him for not consenting to an interview. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
FITPRESIDENTS Sep 5, 2008
"Sure, it reflects the superficiality of politics, but it also reflects a reality a modern president has to go through," says Lichtman, a professor at American University in Washington. "Health and fitness of a candidate is a legitimate issue. The president is under enormous pressures and tensions. "And when you look at the two candidates, the electorate is bound to make (physical) comparisons. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
In Venues Throughout the World Seventh Annual September Concert to Fill Skies With Music on September 11. Sep 5, 2008
Among this year's concerts are the Rockbrokers (stockbrokers by day) performing on Wall Street, New York City, a homemade neighborhood concert in Menlo Park, California, students singing at American University in Washington, D.C., September Concert 2008 Orchestra, made up of musicians from around the world, performing at Auditorium Parco Della Musica in Rome, Italy, a concert on palace grounds in Bangalore, India ... September Concerts USA 2008 ARIZONA Mesa East Valley Institute of Technology... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Eagles down Christian Sep 5, 2008
25-16, 25-16 win over the Lady Comets in prep girls volleyball at National American University in Rapid City. The win keeps Wall undefeated on the season at 2-0. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
The Legacy George Bush Will Leave Sep 3, 2008
"He's in the bottom 10 to five presidents in the history of the United States," James Thurber, an American University historian, said. But the president could take heart that none of those will be his defining issues. (CBS News)
Lebanon's economylooks to a revival Sep 3, 2008
product], making it the highest debt-to-GDP rate in the world," says Louis Hobeika, professor of economics at the American University of Beirut. Lebanon's economy took a dramatic plunge in 2005, after former Lebanese prime minister Rafik Hariri was assassinated. While GDP growth had reached 7.4% in 2004 - despite the rocky political situation caused by the extension of former president Emile Lahoud's term in office - real GDP growth was a mere 1% in 2005, then worsened. "Although 2006 started... (Asia Times Online)
Providence Hospital partners with Psychiatric Institute of Washington Sep 3, 2008
- Kogod School of Business, American University. . (Bizjournals.com)
Lebanese leader vows no surrender to violence Sep 3, 2008
"Hizbullah will very soon spread all over. They will not leave any strategic part of the country in the hands of their so-called enemies," said Ahmad Moussali, a professor at the American University of Beirut and an expert on Islamist groups. Despite calls for a ceasefire, Hizbullah fighters defeated militants loyal to the Druze leader Waleed Jumblatt in clashes starting on Sunday night, gaining control of Niha, a village in the southern Chouf mountains, 25 miles south-east of Beirut. (Yahoo News -- Lebanon)
High Doses of Vitamin D Safe for Children Sep 3, 2008
Insufficiency in vitamin D is common in children around the world, but there is little data on how much supplementation kids need, or even how much vitamin D they should have in their blood, Dr. Ghada E.-Hajj Fuleihan of the American University of Beirut in Lebanon told Reuters Health. "In the pediatric literature, we don't have a lot to guide us," she said. (MEDLINEplus)
On campus: Hockey, volleyball, football Sep 2, 2008
Daughtrey played back for the Highlanders in both games at the American Invitational at American University in Washington, D.C. Radford lost 3-0 matches to New Hampshire and Albany. Other notes. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
The Evolution of the Survival Horror Genre Sep 2, 2008
In hindsight, setting it at an American university is creepy in itself ; which just goes to show education doesn't pay, but that's not the half of it. It's not surprising if you aren't familiar with this dusty classic, but if you never get to play it, you should at least know it by name. (IGN PC Games)
The unfinished year Sep 1, 2008
Only weeks after the encyclical, in June, Kennedy drastically recast his administration's Cold War stance with an unprecedented speech at American University, addressed directly to the people of the Soviet Union. ("I speak of peace because of the new face of war.") A month later, Kennedy's initiative paid off with the Partial Test Ban Treaty, the beginning of arms control. (Boston Globe)
Amid investigations, Rutgers debates sports Sep 1, 2008
A debate over whether sports are a savior or downfall of academia could take place at almost any big American university. But Rutgers is different because the push into the sports spotlight is relatively recent, and success was sudden. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Crowded Dorms as Local Students Move In Sep 1, 2008
University leaders point to three reasons for the housing crunch, a larger than normal freshman class nationally, improving facilities on college campuses like the ones at American University and a tight rental market in the Washington D.C. area that's just too pricey for some college students. In fact American had to put up 24 students in an apartment complex in Silver Spring, 48 students at a Georgetown hotel, and 98 Washington semester students are living on Capitol Hill. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Six Democrats, two Republicans face off in 91st Assembly primary Aug 31, 2008
Education: BA, history, University of Wisconsin; MA, international affairs, American University; MS, wildlife biology, UW-Stevens Point. Web site. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
UNH field hockey falls in opener Aug 31, 2008
The 15th-ranked American University field hockey team scored three goals during an eight-minute span in the second half to break open a close game and post a 4-0 victory over the University of New Hampshire in the season opener for both teams Saturday. "The end result does not reflect the quality of effort by our team for most of the game," UNH coach Robin Balducci said. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Comcast puts cap on monthly downloads Aug 31, 2008
- Kogod School of Business, American University. - Mid-Atlantic Sales Associates, Inc.. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
